Evolve study questions-exam 3

best indicator that measures to prevent post op atelectasis after abdominal surgery effectiveness

vesicular breath sounds heard over the lungs

education about care of residual limb to a client who had a below the elbow amp. what info is included

wash and dry the limb at least once a day

HIV associated Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia is to receive pentamidine intravenously daily. how would nurse ensure safety?

-report bleeding ASAP -assess BS levels daily and several times after therapy is completed

oxygen in a client with pneumonia is 89 to 90 with a non rebreather mask. action by the nurse?

BIPAP

which nursing instructions would the nurse provide a diabetic client who developed renal dz? sata

BP regularly contact PCP before ibuprofen encourage yearly microalbuminuria tests

The nurse recalls which info about cortisol

Cortisol stimulates gluconeogenesis

A client is admitted to the hospital for an adrenalectomy. Before the client's replacement steroid therapy is regulated fully, the nurse will monitor the client for which complication

Hypotension

The nurse administers sodium polystyrene sulfonate to a client with chronic renal failure. Which finding provides evidence that the intervention is effective

Potassium decreases to 4.2

Clinical manifestations of Cushing syndrome

Sleep disturbance

client with which diagnosis will be at risk for development of a PE

a fib

interventions for client with herpes zoster

acyclovir silvadene gabapentin wet compress contact isolation

nursing intervention for client undergone unilateral adrenalectomy

admin temp glucocorticoid replacement therapy

which alternative therapy may be beneficial for the nurse to discuss with a client who has terminal bone cancer

biofeedback

preferred med to client with hospitalized pneumococcal pneumonia

ceftriaxone

which action would the nurse first take first when a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis reports difficulty breathing after instillation of dialysate into the peritoneal space?

check pulse oximetry

which medication taken by an older client who has been trreated for rhinitis and pharyngitis may be causing the clients new onset confusion, dry mouth, constipation

chlorpheniramine

nursing action in follow up visit minimizes side effects of fludrocortisone

monitor BP

SLE at 39 weeks gestation. what would nurse anticipate

need to dc the clients salicylate therapy

when a client with pneumonia is experiencing dyspnea because of difficulty expectorating thick resp secretions, which action by nurse is helpful

offer fluids frequently

rationale supports why client with AIDS and kaposi sarcoma would wear hats and long sleeves

to maintain a normal appearance

pt a risk for PE

59 who had a knee replacement

external shunt for circulatory access, possible complication

hemorrhage

pcp for CKD prescribes immediate hemodialysis for 1st time. why?

hyperkalemia

immediately after a bilateral adrenalectomy, a client is receiving corticosteroids that are to be continued after discharge from the hospital. which statement needs further education?

i am glad that i only have to take the med once a day --larger dose in am and second dose before 4pm to mimic expected hormone secretion

post op teaching for prevention of PE

i will avoid crossing legs

after amp, client reports extreme discomfort in the area where limb once was. goal nurse would focus

identifying actions to decrease pain in the lost limb

education for adolescent about HSV2 SATA

illness or stress can cause outbreal use lube during sex tx is to prevent outbreaks condoms to decrease transmission

client develops bacterial pneumonia and is admitted to the er. clients initial PaO2 is 80. drawn again and is 65. nurse action

increase oxygen flow rate per facility protocol

which clinical feature is indicative of hypercortisolism

increased pigmentation

A client is being treated for pituitary Cushing syndrome. The nurse anticipates that which medication will be prescribed

Cyproheptadine

which action will the nurse take when a clients CHR shows atelectasis

IS

The nurse reviews the serum lab values of a client. The nurse suspects hypofunctioning of the adrenal gland based on which results?

Increased calcium Decreased cortisol Decreased sodium

A client is admitted to the hospital for adrenalectomy. When teaching the client about the prescribed meds, which advice will the nurse emphasize.

Salt intake may need to be restricted

which supports a prothesis for above the knee amp is fitting correctly

evenly darkened skin of the residual limb

which condition results in elevated serum ACTH and urine cortisol levels

PITUITYARY cushing syndrome

ingestion of which chemicals may cause chemical pneumonia

lighter fluid

labor with herpes 2 with active lesions. plan of care

withholding oral intake (prep for csection surgery)

a client has a right above the knee amputation after trauma sustained in a work related accident. upon awakening from surgery, the client states "what happened to me" i dont remember a thing. which is the nurses best response

you were in a work related accident this morning

possible PE, nurse anticipates which test

helical CT

scleroderma teaching plan for skin care

keep hands warm

hemodialysis several years, kidney transplant scheduled. pre op teaching plan

kidney may not function immediately precautions needed to prevent infection urinary cath will be present

Exaggeration of the posterior curvature of the thoracic spine. A. Kyphosis B. Lordosis C. Malignancy D. Murmurs

kyphosis

The PCP prescribes fludrocortisone for a client with adrenal hypofunction. Which med teaching about side effects and adverse effects should the nurse provide to client

Med can cause hypertension; check bp regularly

a nurse is caring for a client with a below the knee amputation. which action would the nurse encourage the client to take to prepare the residual limb for prosthesis

press the end of the residual limb against a pillow periodically

which intervention would the nurse include in the plan of care for a client with addison disease

protect from exertion

which element would the nurse teach the client with CKD to limit as an intervention to control uremia associated ESRD

protein

first tx for testicular cancer

radical inguinal orchioectomy

a client is awaiting surgery for a herniated lumbar nucleus pulposus. which action would the nurse identify as most likely to increase pain

coughs excessively

Which exogenous conditions are responsible for increased cortisol secretion? SATA

Asthma Cancer chemotherapy Organ transplantation

which is the most probable cause for CONN syndrome in an adult client

adrenal adenoma

the nurse is caring for a client with the clinical manifestation of hypotension associated with a diagnosis of addison dz. which hormone can be impaired in its production because of this dz?

aldosterone

when assessing a clients lower back pain, which question would the nurse ask

do you have any increase in pain during bowel movements

which percentage of cervical cancers occur during pregnancy

3%

activity to prepare client for crutch walking

lift weights

i had a pap smear more than 8 years ago. i probably wouldnt be here if i had those nore often. nurse responds:

you feel as though you have neglected your health

a young male client is undergoing dialysis tx. with his eyes lowered and his jaw clenched, he says, my wife would at least get some insurance money if i died. which response by the nurse

you feel so bad you wish you were dead

A client with adrenal insufficiency reports feeling weak and dizzy, especially in the morning. What should the nurse determine is the most probable cause of these symptoms? 1 A lack of potassium 2 Postural hypertension 3 A hypoglycemic reaction 4 Increased extracellular fluid volume

A hypoglycemic reaction

The lab reports a client with adrenal Adenoma show a high urine aldosterone and low specific gravity. Potassium is 2.8. Which other findings would be present. SATA

Hypernatremia Hypertension Metabolic alkalosis

a client with kidney dysfunction is about to undergo renal testing using a contrast medium. which interventions would be in the clients plan of care? SATA

assess for h/o cirrhosis ask shellfish allergies evaluate clients hydration status by checking BP and RR

which finding would be of most concern when the nurse is assessing a client w pe diagnosis receiving heparin

client reports stools are black

a client who has severe back pain is found to have a vertebral comp fracture. which cause would the nurse consider when planning interventions

collapase of the vertebral bodies

test used in diagnosis of SLE

direct immunofluroescence test

Which physical assessment findings would the nurse document on a client who is experiencing Cushing triad? SATA

Bradycardia Irregular respirations Systolic hypertension Widening pulse pressure

A client with ESRD receives peritoneal dialysis. Which intervention would the nurse implement during a peritoneal fluid exchange.

Position the client from side to side of fluid is not draining adequately

on the first evening after a lumbar laminectomy, a client states :my feet are as numb as they were before the operation" nurse response

continue to let me know how you feel. it often takes time before that feeling subsides

a client who has an above the knee amp reports phantom limb sensations. which response would the nurse make

describe the mechanisms in language that the client understands

african american:Illness is a punishment for sins. what culture

magicoreligious belief

Cause of cytomegalovirus

many sex partners

a client, admitted with a diagnosis of addison dz, emaciated and reports muscular weakness and fatigue. which disturbed body process would the nurse determine is root cause?

protein catabolism

which assessment findings are associated with cushing dz? SATA

round face dependent edema in the feet and ankles thin, translucent skin with bruising increased fatty deposition in the neck and back

crushing injury to lower left leg and a below knee amp is performed. s/s of a pulmonary embolus would nurse assess for SATA

sharp CP acute onset of dyspnea

most important to obtain in a health history from a client newly diagnosed with cervical cancer

support system

for which potential complications would the nurse monitor a client receiving continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis for end stage kidney dz? SATA

tachycardia cloudy outflow abdominal pain

nurse is reviewing a plan of care for a client who experienced a traumatic amp of a leg the previous day. which intervention is lowest priority

teaching residual limb care

which crutch gait would the nurse teach a client to use their prosthesis after a single leg an amputation 3 months ago

four point

admitted for prostatectomy. clients PSA levels have been increasing. which intervention would the nurse include in plan of care

handle gently when turning

diagnostic studies findings with cushings

high levels of 17-ketosteroids in 24 hour urine test

cushing s/s

hirsutism round face buffalo hump edema *not pitting unless HF*

which responses would the client exhibit who is in addisonian crisis. SATA

hyperkalemia hyponatremia postural hypotension

which adolescents clients are at risk for testicular cancer SATA

infertility cryptorchidism klinefelter syndrome

positive family history of testicular cancer reports pain. pcp diagnosis cancer. after surgery, chemo will occur. what conditions might occur in the client after chemo? SATA

infertility heart dz metabolic syndrome

high priority for nurse providing education to SLE pt

instructing ways to protect the skin

which rationale accurately explains why insulin is prescribed for clients in acute renal failure

it promotes transfer of potassium into cells to lower serum potassium levels

a client who has bone cancer is preparing for first radiation tx. starts crying "im so discouraged". response by nurse

its difficult to deal with your diagnosis and tx

clinical manifestations may indicate SLE SATA

pericarditis discoid lesions pleaural effusions

which is a secondary cause of adrenal insufficiency

pituitary tumors

vaginal packing protruding from client after radium implants for cervica cancer. rationale supports the need for the nurse to contact the clients pcp?

radioacitve packing will injure healthy tissue

burn injury and suspects atelectasis and hypoxia. age related changes would nurse associate with findings

reduced thoracic compliance

plan of care for a client who just had a posterior laminectomy

reposition client by log rolling

Which throat manifestations are the key features for a client with acute viral pharyngitis? Select all that apply

scant or no tonsillar exudate slight erythema of the pharynx and tonsils

Which clinical findings does the nurse expect when assessing a client newly admitted with a diagnosis of pheochromocytoma? SATA

Headache Palpitations Diaphoresis

Which sign and symptom is an associated complication of chronic kidney disease while undergoing peritoneal dialysis

Cloudy return dialysate

When receiving hemodialysis, the client may develop hyponatremia. Which clinical findings related to the potential development of hyponatremia would the nurse monitor. SATA

Diarrhea Seizures

A client who is on metformin therapy is scheduled to undergo renal CT with dye. Which instruction from the primary health care provider would the nurse anticipate reinforcing with the client

Discontinue metformin 1 day before the procedure and 48 hours after

which activities would nurse include when teaching adults about those that increase risk of developing bladder cancer?SATA

smoking 2 packs a day working with dyes used in rubber every day

low back pain is a problem, which position would nurse advise a client in labor to avoid

supine

which complications would the nurse expect in the client with a renal disorder who has a BUN/creatinine ratio of 28? SATA

fluid volume def obstructive uropathy

a home care nurse is visiting a client who had a below the knee amp. which client statement indicates to the nurse that further teaching is needed

at night i sleep with a pillow under my knees

which information will the nurse plan to include in the discharge teaching plan for a client who has been admitted for a PE and has new prescription for an oral anticoagulant SATA

avoid hot food electric shaver apply ice to areas of trauma

which instruction would ythe nurse give a client returning to work as a carpenter after surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome of the right hand

do stretching exercises during breaks

discontinue metformin

do this immediately prior to and for 48 hrs after any radiologic procedure involving IV iodinated contrast material because it can be nephrotoxic

moon face, buffalo hump, truncal obesity. lab reports cortisol 3.0 which other manifestations may be present? SATA

edema osteoporosis muscle atrophy

adolescent with h/o fatigue, intermittent fever, weight loss, arthralgia and SLE. whats best intervention

education about diet, rest, exercise

which action would the nurse take to prevent aspiration recurrence in a client with aspiration pneumonia who is NPO status with a ng tube and prescription abt

elevate HOB 30 degrees

a client who has been told she needs a hysterectomy for cervical cancer reports being upset about not being able to have a third child. what action would the nurse take?

ensure that other tx options are explored

CREST syndrome; clinical indicators would nurse expect to find

esophageal dysmotility spiderlike hemangiomas episodic blanching of the fingers

which client will need an eval for ovarian cancer

estradiol. 900pg/ml

client with scleroderma state where did i get this?

exact cause is unknown, but is thought to be result from autoimmunity

admitted with stage 0 cervical cancer (situ). what would nurse emphasize while helping the client understand her diagnosis and prognosis

five year survival rates for this cancer are about 93%

During the infusion of dialysate during PD, the client exhibits respiratory difficulty. What should the nurse do

Drain the fluid from the clients peritoneal cavity

The parents of a young man suspected of having Cushing express anxiety about their sons condition. Which would the nurse respond to help better understand

He may have mood swings or depression as a result of his illness

Which clinical manifestations would the nurse expect a client to exhibit with a diagnosis of Cushing syndrome? SATA

Weakness Hypertension Truncal obesity

type of hypersensitivity reaction associated with SLE

type 3

position for client with above knee amp

functional alignment

which action would be included in the plan of care for a client with a history of parkinsonism who has recently developed rigidity, tremors, and signs of pne

passive ROM every 8 hours

which key factor assists the nurse in assessing how a client will cope with the body image change after an above the knee amputation

personal perception of the change

which instruction would the nurse provide to a client receiving brachytherapy for prostate cancer to prevent injury

refrain from close contact with others

the nurse is caring for two clients with a below the knee amp. the first client was in a motor collision. second has history of chromically decreased arterial perfusion. which info would cause the nurse to conclude that the post op course for these two may differ

second client will take longer to heal

A client with end stage renal failure begins hemodialysis for the first time. Which prescribed hemodialysis protocol would the nurse implement when the client reports nausea and a headache, then appears confused

Decrease the rate of the dialysis exchange

sweating, tachycardia, tremors. Low cortisol and BS of 60. Which med needs administered.

Glucagon

client is experiencing an exacerbation of SLE. to reduce the frequency of exacerbations, what would be important for the nurse to include in teaching plan

techniques to reduce stress

which information would the nurse include when answering a clients question about peritoneal dialysis

the dialysate maintains constant contact with the peritoneal membrane during dwell time

a client on prolonged cortisone therapy for adrenal insufficiency is being discharged. which side effects would the nurse teach the client and family to expect? SATA

weak moon face weight gain

clinical manifestations consistent with sjogren syndrome SATA

xerostomia (dry mouth) keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eyes) tooth decay corneal ulcers vaginal dryness

during discharge the nurse is teaching a client who underwent bilateral adrenalectomy about self management. which statements given by the client indicate effective learning? SATA

yearly flu vaccine lifelong hormonal therapy immediately notify pcp if i have fever

Labs for client with hypofunctioning of the adrenal gland:

Increased calcium Decreased cortisol Descreased sodium

self care teaching for a pt with stomatitis

clean teeth w swab flids through a straw avoid foods served at extreme temp

Hypofunction of adrenal gland. Prescribed hydrocortisone. What findings indicate dosage adjustment needed. SATA

Fluid retention Rapid weight gain

A client receiving peritoneal dialysis develops symptoms of severe respiratory difficulty during the infusion of the dialysate solution. Which action would the nurse take?

Drain the fluid from tje peritoneal cavity

Fludrocortisone is prescribed for a client with adrenal insufficiency. Which response to the medication will the nurse teach the client to report? SATA

Edema Rapid weight gain

A client is receiving hemodialysis for CKD. Which complication would the nurse need to monitor the client

Hepatitis b

elastic bandage around the residual limb. action by the nurse when rewrapping

apply smoothly without creases

which question would the nurse ask a client who has developed pneumonia when assessing risk factors

are you diabetic

cushings syndrome with labs: Na-149; K-3.2; Hgb-17; glucose 90. nutritional teaching plan? SATA

avoid foods high in salt eat foods high in potassium

which client is at risk for hospital acquired pneumonia

client admitted to hospital 5 days ago for abdominal pain

which finding by the nurse would be most important to report to the PCP before a client undergoes a spiral CT scan for possible PE

client has poor skin turgor and dry oral mucosa

precautions implemented for herpes zoster SATA

contact standard

s/s expected when assessing atelectasis

crackles at the bases

med used to treat intervertebral disc disease

cyclobenzaprine